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rail switchperson

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Description

Rail switchpersons assist in the tasks of the traffic controller. They operate switches and signals according to rail traffic control instructions. They ensure compliance with regulations and safety rules.

EssentialOptional

Theoretical Knowledge

signal box partslevel crossing regulations

Practical Skills

shunt rolling stock in marshalling yardscooperate with colleagueshandle stressful situations in the work placeensure compliance with railway regulationenforce railway safety regulationsfollow switching instructions in rail operationsapply signalling control proceduresuse rigging toolsuse waterway traffic control systemsoperate railway lever framesshunt outbound loadsuse handbrakekeep task recordsoperate switching locomotivesoperate railway switchesshunt inbound loadsexecute working instructionsmanage rail yard resourcesfollow strict level crossing operating procedures

Data Source: ESCO v1.2.1 Classification · European Commission

Supported by

EUPortugal GovAmadora City

Incubated by

Amadora InovaIAPMEI

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